Paneer Pesto Recipe
grilled cottage cheese | basil pesto
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Ingredients
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Paneer
Basil Pesto
Method
Grilling Paneer
- 1
Prepare the Paneer
Cut the paneer into thick slices. Marinate the slices with olive oil, salt, and black pepper for about 15 minutes.
- 2
Grill the Paneer
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Place the marinated paneer slices on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until grill marks appear and the paneer is heated through.
Making Basil Pesto
- 3
Prepare the Pesto
In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Serving
- 4
Serve the Dish
Plate the grilled paneer slices and drizzle generously with basil pesto. Serve immediately.
